Role Overview:

We are hiring a Finance Manager to lead financial planning, reporting, and performance management while acting as a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team.

A key responsibility of this role is supporting and leading fundraising activities, including debt financing, equity fundraising, and grants, to enable IWTE's growth and regional expansion.

This is a hybrid, full-time role based in Qesm 1st 6 October, with flexibility for remote work.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
Oversee accounting operations and ensure accurate financial records
Strengthen internal controls, governance, and risk management

Strategic & Business Finance

Provide financial insights to support pricing, project profitability, and investment decisions
Monitor performance versus targets and highlight risks and opportunities
Support CAPEX planning and ROI analysis

Debt, Equity & Grants (Critical Role)

Lead and manage debt financing with banks and financial institutions (facilities, guarantees, project finance, working capital)
Support equity fundraising processes, including financial models, investor materials, data rooms, and due diligence
Identify, apply for, and manage grants and development finance programs
Act as the main financial contact with banks, investors, development institutions, and funding partners

Compliance & Stakeholder Management

Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and statutory requirements
Coordinate with auditors, legal advisors, and financial partners
Support management and board reporting with clear financial insights

Qualifications

Strong background in financial management, budgeting, and financial planning
Solid experience in accounting, financial analysis, and reporting
Knowledge of compliance, internal controls, and risk management
Experience or exposure to debt financing, equity fundraising, or grants is highly preferred
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
CPA, CFA, or MBA is a strong advantage
Experience in water, infrastructure, engineering, or project-based companies is a plus

What Success looks like

Clear and accurate financial visibility across the business
Strong cash flow and financial discipline
Successful closure of debt facilities, equity rounds, or grants
Trusted financial partner to management, investors, and banks

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